Light Painting
PROS: Relatively fast
CONS: Sacrifice ambience and authenticity, flat looking images, some experimentation necessary
Light painting is the easiest way to get a shot in the dark if you’re pressed for time. It can also be a great way to add some interesting effects to the scene. Purists may cringe at the thought of using regular or colored flashlights, but when executed properly, light painting can really make a shot unique. Now let’s chat about the different tools you can use to get a desired effect.
Flashlight
A flashlight (or “torch” for my European brethren) is something you should be carrying with you no matter what—for safety reasons and also so you won’t need to haul any extra gear to get a room lit. Light painting always ...
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